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Jeju Air’s First Fatal Crash Exposes the Dark Side of Aviation Safety Hype

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
December 29, 2024
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Jeju Air’s First Fatal Crash Exposes the Dark Side of Aviation Safety Hype
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Jeju Air has suffered its first fatal crash since its inception in 2005. A Boeing 737-800 series aircraft, operated by the South Korean budget airline, crashed and burst into flames at Muan International Airport, leaving a trail of devastation. Out of all passengers and crew onboard, only two flight attendants survived the catastrophe, according to the fire department. It’s hard to comprehend the scale of loss when, as a fire official painfully detailed, “Passengers were ejected from the aircraft after it collided with the wall, leaving little chance of survival.” Harrowing words for families clinging to hope.

The crash site, located 288 kilometers southwest of Seoul, painted a bleak picture of destruction. Local fire officials described the aircraft as “almost completely destroyed,” highlighting the seriousness of the disaster. South Korean soldiers combed the wreckage in search of missing passengers, while authorities confirmed that both black boxes, the flight data recorder and cockpit voice recorder, had been recovered, potentially shedding light on the sequence of events that led to the calamity.

Deputy Transport Minister Joo Jong-wan, barely days into his role, convened an emergency cabinet meeting before rushing to the crash site. “The entire government is working closely together to manage the aftermath of the accident… making every effort to ensure thorough support for the bereaved families,” he assured the nation. The government has since declared a seven-day national mourning period, with memorial altars planned across the country to honour the victims. But are promises of “thorough support” enough to console families shattered by such unimaginable loss?

Jeju Air, previously known for its stellar safety record in South Korea’s aviation sector, now faces scrutiny over the tragedy. This crash marks its first fatal accident, overshadowing its reputation as one of the country’s largest low-cost carriers. While its past incident in 2007, where a Bombardier Q400 came off the runway, injuring a dozen seemed like an anomaly, this disaster is the absolute worst.

Experts often praise South Korea’s aviation safety record, but tragedies like these remind us that no system is foolproof. Historically, some aviation disasters have stemmed from seemingly random causes, such as bird strikes. One cannot forget the 2009 “Miracle on the Hudson,” when a US Airways Airbus A320 made an emergency landing in New York’s Hudson River after bird strikes took out both engines.

As the country mourns, this disaster highlights the fragility of life and the unpredictable nature of aviation, even in an industry reputed for safety.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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